BioAge Labs is a venture-backed biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Richmond, CA.  Because aging is the driver of many highly morbid, chronic medical conditions that reduce the length and quality of life, we are developing therapeutics that target the fundamental mechanisms of aging, with the goal of treating disease and increasing healthy lifespan.   

We are seeking an experienced Senior Research Associate to join our BioAge metabolic research team, with a focus on obesity and cardiometabolic diseases.

The Role: You will play a role in our laboratory operations, focusing on advanced experimental execution, data analysis, and study design in molecular and cellular biology associated with metabolic disease. This advanced position involves leading initiatives for assay development and equipment maintenance. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Richmond, CA.

You: You have advanced skills in mammalian cell culture and extensive knowledge of molecular biology techniques and bioanalytical assays. You enjoy working on a small team of like minded scientists. Your motivation and organizational skills allow you to manage multiple studies simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. You are a team player excited to expand your scientific skills while contributing to groundbreaking therapies targeting aging-related diseases.

Essential Job Duties:

• Lead the development, optimization, and execution of sophisticated biochemical and cell-based assays.
• Oversee the preparation and curation of biological samples, and culture of mammalian cell lines.
• Expertise in qPCR, ELISA’s, western blot and flow cytometry.
• Independently coordinate sample shipping/receiving and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Drive innovation in laboratory workflow and operational procedures.
• Ensure strict compliance with and improvement of lab protocols and SOPs.
• Present detailed study results and data at internal scientific meetings.
• Coordinate and support external research collaborations.
• Provide expert experimental assistance and guidance to research teams.
• Act as a mentor and potentially supervise junior laboratory staff.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Advanced skills in mammalian cell culture and cell-based assays.
• Extensive knowledge of molecular biology techniques and bioanalytical assays.
• Expertise in managing laboratory operations and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and lead initiatives within a team.
• Strong communication skills, capable of mentoring and supervising junior staff.
• High diligence in documentation and adherence to safety protocols.
• Proficient in computer applications relevant to laboratory research.
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced and dynamic research environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in molecular and cellular biology, metabolic disease or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry

Our company

BioAge is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that is harnessing the biology of human aging to develop novel targets and therapies for metabolic diseases. The company’s lead program, azelaprag, is a potential first-in-class oral APJ agonist entering Phase 2 trials in combination with tirzepatide for the treatment of obesity in older adults. Azelaprag has the potential as an oral regimen to amplify weight loss and improve body composition in patients on obesity therapy with incretin drugs. BioAge’s preclinical programs address key pathways in metabolic aging, based on novel insights from its discovery platform built on human longevity data. To date, BioAge has raised more than $300 million from a top-tier syndicate of investors and pharma companies. 

Our workplace

BioAge offers competitive salary, a comprehensive compensation package, and generous paid time off in addition to company-observed holidays. We provide comprehensive health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance) and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching employer contributions, and we support families through childcare and fertility benefits. We also pride ourselves in giving employees many opportunities for career development, including a generous annual budget for continued learning and a dedication to training and skill development. The salary for this role is expected to be approximately $90,000 - $100,000 plus annual bonus for someone who meets all of the minimum qualifications as listed for the role, and may be adjusted accordingly for someone with more or less experience. We are open to the concept that different experience levels add value to the team in different ways, and therefore will consider a variety of experience and offer commensurate pay.

At BioAge, we embrace diversity and differences while we learn from each other, and we believe that every team member has an important role to play. We are an equal opportunity employer. BioAge prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BioAge conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.